Skip navigation (Access keys)

Woking staircase

Think the unthinkable

MLA publishes prospectus to head off ad hoc library closures and culture cuts

“Cuts to museums, libraries and other cultural services are unpalatable – we must resist them in favour of imaginative alternative solutions. Our call, to government and councils, is to recognise that cultural services can help communities recover from the impact of the recession." Sir Andrew Motion said today. “But financial difficulties will bring change whether we like it or not – those delivering the service must not be left unsupported with less cash and limited choices. That is why the MLA has today published Sharper Investment for Changing Times.

> Read more about sharper investment for changing times

Improving a library service

MLA can support change in library services

Before any decision to introduce change is made it’s important for local authorities to know about the models of good practice that already exist.

> Read more about library support

Leading museums

Group set up to take forward museum strategy

Six distinguished independent minded professionals united by a commitment to the development of people-focused museum services.

> Read more about leading museums

Renaissance

Our ground-breaking museum programme

Transforming England's regional museums and raising standards to support education and regeneration in the local community.

> Read more about renaissance

Digital participation

Libraries bridge the digital divide

The key role of public libraries in opening up free online access and providing support to help people get online is highlighted in a new research report.

> Read more about digital participation